Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
go-back-a-long-way
idiomatic expression
ɡoʊ bæk ə lɔːŋ weɪ
Definition
To have a long-standing relationship or history with someone or something.
Examples
- “We go back a long way; we were college roommates and have been friends ever since.”
- “The two companies go back a long way, having collaborated on various projects over the years.”
Meaning
This phrase refers to knowing someone for a long time or having a long-term association with someone, often implying shared experiences and memories.
Synonyms
- have known for a long time
- longtime associates
- be old friends
- share a long history
